Recently, the department introduced a brand-new Spartan/Marion engine into service, marking a shift in their fleet from white-over-red to black-over-red units. The other engine and tower ladder are both E-ONE models, while the ambulances were manufactured by Medtec. This new unit represents an important evolution in their equipment and appearance. Chicago has long been recognized as the birthplace of the Snorkel in fire services, and the greater Chicago area was once a hub for these aerial devices. Many different boom lengths were available, and various manufacturers built them on different chassis. Before acquiring their 95-foot E-ONE tower ladder in 1991, the Oak Brook Terrace Fire District operated an unusual 85-foot Snorkel on a conventional GMC 7000 chassis. This was one of the few Snorkels in the region not built on a Ford C-Series, International cab-over, or custom chassis. The headquarters station for the Oak Brook Terrace Fire District. Larry Shapiro photo This 1964, 85' Pitman Snorkel preceded the E-ONE tower ladder in Oak Brook Terrace. Shown here at their old station, the body was built by Pierce on a GMC 7000 chassis with a V-12 engine. Known as Snorkel 86 at the time, it had a 1,000-GPM pump and carried 200 gallons of water. Larry Shapiro collection These historical pieces give a glimpse into the department’s rich heritage and evolving technology. From the early days of the Snorkel to modern-day apparatus, the Oak Brook Terrace Fire District continues to adapt and serve its community with dedication and professionalism. Rectangle Carbide Insert ,Carbide Milling Inserts,Carbide Tool Inserts,Sharpening Carbide Inserts SICHUAN TELOS NEW MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD , https://www.kenlarcutters.comAnother fire department has been added to the MABAS Division 12 page—this time it's the Oak Brook Terrace Fire District. Based out of a single station, the department serves a 2.5-square-mile area and operates with a mix of full-time and part-time firefighters. Their station is well-equipped with a variety of apparatus, including two fire engines, a tower ladder, two ambulances, a TRT trailer, and a utility pickup.